Louis Leventis

Louis Leventis is the Principal and founding lawyer at Leventis Lawyers, established in 2014. Louis brings a unique combination of legal expertise and a strong financial background, having graduated in both Law and Accountancy before being admitted to practice in 2003. His early career included a clerkship at one of Adelaide’s largest legal firms, as well as roles in government and the private sector, which have contributed to his well-rounded professional perspective. Throughout his career, Louis has acted for a wide-ranging clientele including accountants, builders, conveyancers, farmers, insolvency practitioners, landlords, police officers, property developers, and wealth advisers. He frequently engages leading barristers and specialists such as forensic computer analysts and engineers, ensuring comprehensive support in complex cases. Louis is known for his practical and strategic approach, tailored to each client's commercial objectives. His advocacy skills, combined with a deep understanding of diverse industries, enable him to deliver effective and cost-efficient solutions. He has developed long-term advisory relationships by focusing not only on the legal aspects but also on understanding the broader business context. His practice encompasses a broad spectrum of legal matters. Louis has appeared in major and federal courts across South Australia, including the Federal Court, Supreme Court, District Court, and Magistrates Court, as well as various tribunals. His work covers commercial, corporate and civil litigation, including disputes related to corporate governance, financial transactions, administrative law, judicial review, Australian Consumer Law, and human rights. He also advises on building and construction law, contract disputes, defamation, employment law, equity, estates, franchising, bankruptcy and insolvency matters. Additionally, Louis has experience in insurance, intellectual property, leasing, professional liability, property development, real property, restraint of trade, torts, and trusts. He is actively involved in alternative dispute resolution processes, providing clients with flexible pathways to resolve disputes. His advisory role extends to charitable organisations, where he offers legal and corporate governance advice, often at board level. His firm also acts as town agents for clients including a multinational legal advisory firm based in New South Wales. Beyond his professional work, Louis maintains an active role within the legal community and broader society. He has served on various committees such as the Master Builders South Australia Contracts Committee and has held leadership roles within the Hellenic Australian Lawyers Association. Currently, he serves as National Treasurer on its executive committee. Louis also contributes to non-profit efforts supporting children with Autism and animal welfare organisations, including the Royal Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA). Louis holds a Bachelor of Laws, a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, and a Bachelor of Accountancy. His professional memberships include being a Notary Public and memberships of The Law Society of South Australia, Naval Military and Air Force Club of SA, Business SA, and the Hellenic Australian Lawyers Association. His comprehensive legal knowledge and business acumen make him a trusted adviser for clients navigating complex commercial and civil matters.